* Get a guide book, make some plans, but leave plenty of time for spontaneity. Rick Steves is my favorite. Guide books, podcasts and all the travel information you might need. * Be sure to check out admission fees and ages. In some cases a 17 year old is considered a child and may be free. They will need ID, so decide who will be responsible for their passport. If they are old enough buy a neck wallet for them to carry their own. Teach them about the pickpockets that are prevalant in most large cities and how to protect themselves. * Take plenty of photos either with a camera or an iphone. You could have a theme for the day to encourage creativity; a color of the day, a theme like food, or details on buildings. * Take a journal and write in it daily for at least 10 or 15 minutes to recap your day. The link for the journal I designed is below. It is a simple journal that encourages writing, but also makes it simple to recall the highlights of the day. Have a few art supplies available in a ziplock bag. Watercolor pencils, a few sharpies, a couple of good brushes and some sketching pencils for art work. * Create a Photo book when you return home. Don’t let all those photos and memories fade. There are numerous templates to easily create a book. The link will take you to a few of books I have created using Issuu. Books can be online for others to enjoy, but be sure to print the book as well. * Be flexible and enjoy every priceless moment. These are trips you will never regret.
Be sure to purchase our journal. Great for adults and kids. Encourages writing about your trip with a few prompts.
https://issuu.com/globalchicart/docs/ matthew_xmas_market_book_new_2 The link to one of the photo books created while traveling with my grandson Matthew
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